Inland community news briefs: Fire fundraiser planned for Nov. 18

FALLBROOK -- Fallbrook is working on a fundraising event for
people in Fallbrook who lost their homes or were severely affected
by the fires. The downtown street fair event, called "Fallbrook --
After the Ashes," will take place from noon to 5 p.m. Nov. 18,
close to the one-month anniversary of the fires.

Organizers already have in the works a series of local live
bands, food concessions, beer garden, wine tasting, booth rentals
for businesses, live and silent auctions, big-ticket raffles and a
children's area with jumpers, face painting and games. Volunteers
are needed in a variety of capacities.

The target goal for the fundraiser is $100,000. Proceeds will go
directly to those in need. A fund is being set up through the
nonprofit Legacy Endowment of Fallbrook to manage the proceeds and
distribution to the victims. Cash donations are accepted.

FALLBROOK -- The Fallbrook Camera Club will meet at 7:30 p.m.
Nov. 19 in the second-floor community room of Silvergate Retirement
Residence, 420 Elbrook Drive. Award-winning photographer Bruce
Mason will present a program titled "A 15-Day Adventure Tour of
Japan."

Mason specializes in landscape photography. He is a member of
the Photographic Society of America and is the past president of
the Southern California Association of Camera Clubs.

For information about the camera club, call Program Director
Judy Jobe at (760) 726-7223.

Art galleries assist fire victims

FALLBROOK -- Pinnell Gallery and Fallbrook Fine Art at 128 N.
Main St. are committing 10 percent of all art purchases and framing
orders placed in November to St. Peter's Catholic Community, which
will distribute the funds to those in need.

ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Public Library Pioneer Room, in
cooperation with the Media Arts Center of San Diego, is hosting a
Digital Community Storytelling Station through June 30 in the
Pioneer Room, 247 S. Kalmia St.

A digital story station consists of a computer and scanner
placed in a quiet area where people can record a three- to-five
minute digital video clip, told in the first person and illustrated
with still-image photos of the person's choosing. An optional music
track can be added for a professional product.

Stories can include personal or family stories, stories from
local history, stories about the community and contemporary stories
about local characters. To schedule an appointment or for
information, call (760) 839-4315 or (760) 839-4612.

Walking group forming at senior center

SAN MARCOS -- A walking group is forming at the San Marcos
Senior Center. Walks take place at 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at
Walnut Grove Park, 1950 Sycamore Drive. Information: (760)
744-5535.

Bookmark Contest to begin

ESCONDIDO -- The annual Bookmark Contest for kindergartners
through sixth-graders will begin Nov. 12 at the Escondido Public
Library. The start of the contest coincides with Children's Book
Week -- today through Nov. 17.

This year's theme for artwork is "Read Wherever You Are."
Students may submit one piece of original artwork in the contest on
the official entry form, available at
http://www.escondido.org/library/children/index.htm
or at either library locations -- main library, 239 S. Kalmia St.;
and the East Valley Branch Library, 2245 E. Valley Parkway.

Bookmark Contest entries must be received by close of business
Dec. 1. Winners from each grade will be selected by members of the
Friends of the Escondido Library organization. Children must be
students in Escondido or Escondido residents to win. Awards will be
announced and distributed on Jan. 2, and entries will be on display
at the libraries throughout January.

All trails include steep and/or slippery sections. Bring at
least a quart of water and wear a hat, sunscreen and hiking boots
or treaded footwear. Youths younger than 18 must be with an adult.
No pets are allowed. Meet at La Honda Drive entrance.

- 8:30 a.m. Nov. 17: Naturalist Don Parnell will lead a
sometimes strenuous, 11-mile physical workout hike over many trails
on the ranch. The hike will take about 4 1/2 hours, including a
snack break. Bring at least two liters of water.

- 8 a.m. Nov. 18: Volunteers can join a ranger for trail
maintenance.

Nonprofit groups can request grants

ESCONDIDO -- The board of directors at the Escondido Joslyn
Senior Center Enterprises Inc. is accepting requests for charitable
grants.

To be considered for a 2008 grant, groups must be nonprofit and
serve senior citizens in North County. Funds received must be used
to serve senior citizens in North County. Requests must include how
the funds would benefit senior citizens, as well as an agreement to
provide a report to the Enterprises Inc. board of directors on how
the funds are used within six months after receipt of a grant.

ESCONDIDO -- The North County Institute of Noetic Science will
host Peter Reding, author of the "Positively Brilliant" series, who
will speak from 7:29 to 10 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Creative Center for
Spiritual Living, 1330 E. Valley Parkway, Suite G. Reding will talk
about an inspired learning environment of 100 percent support and
zero criticism.

SAN MARCOS -- The third annual San Elijo Holiday Boutique will
be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 17 at the San Elijo Recreation
Center, 1105 Elfin Forest Road. Presented by San Marcos Community
Services and the San Elijo Women's Club, the free event will
include arts and crafts vendors, children's activities, food and
entertainment. Information: (760) 744-9000.

Quilt designer to give presentation

VALLEY CENTER -- Quilt designer, teacher and author Christal
Carter will give a free presentation from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 17 at
Miss Ellie's Quilt Shop, 29115 Valley Center Road. The event will
include a display of Carter's quilts and artwork, as well as a
demonstration of quilting techniques. Carter will sign copies of
her latest book, "Holiday Happenings," at the event. Information:
(760) 751-9418.

GOP group to host assemblyman

ESCONDIDO -- Assemblyman Martin Garrick of the 74th District
will speak at a meeting of the Escondido Republican Club on Nov. 19
at Cocina del Charro restaurant, 525 N. Quince St. Check-in will
begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by the luncheon meeting at noon.

SAN MARCOS -- A free career workshop, "Navigating Your Career in
a Tough Economy," will be hosted by the Career Center at Palomar
College. Three sessions to choose from include 1 to 2:30 p.m. Nov.
20, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 27 and 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nov. 29.

The workshop will be held in the Governing Boardroom in the
Student Service Center building on campus, 1140 W. Mission Road.
Information: (760) 744-1150, Ext. 2194 or 3125.

San Pasqual Battle is the topic

ESCONDIDO -- The 2007 San Pasqual Battle Re-enactment has been
canceled due to the fire, but the 1846 San Pasqual Battle will be
the topic of the monthly history discussion at 7 p.m. Nov. 20 at
the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St. The discussion will
be led by San Pasqual Battlefield Volunteer Association members
Shirley Buskirk, Jim Caldwell and Ron Hinrichs. Information: Ron
Hinrichs, (760) 746-8380.

'Christmas Tree Lane' events planned

ESCONDIDO -- The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego
will present its 26th annual "Christmas Tree Lane" events at the
California Center for the Arts, Escondido.

A fashion show and luncheon will be held Nov. 30 -- at 9 a.m.
and again at 1 p.m. Events on Dec. 1 will include Breakfast With
Santa at 9 a.m. and a gala dinner-dance with music by the Mar Dels
at 6 p.m. Information: Valinda Cranfill, (760) 746-3315, Ext. 211;
vcranfill@sdyouth.org
.

Christmas Parade entrants sought

ESCONDIDO -- The annual Escondido Jaycees Christmas Parade will
take place at 9:30 a.m. Dec. 8. Entry forms for floats, marching
bands and other parade participants are available from parade
Chairwoman Greta Kertz at (760) 746-6140. This year's theme is "A
Fairytale Christmas."

ESCONDIDO -- The Pioneer Room is selling its new 2008 historical
Escondido photo calendar, which features period photographs from
the Pioneer Room collection and offers a grand look across 100
years of Grape Day celebrations in Escondido.

Priced at $5, the calendar is the major fundraiser of the
Pioneer Room Friends, a volunteer group that provides money for the
purchase of books, search materials, equipment and services for
Escondido Public Library's Pioneer Room, the library's history and
archival center.

RANCHO BERNARDO -- The Rancho Bernardo Sunrise Rotary Club meets
at 7:15 a.m. Tuesdays at the Country Club of Rancho Bernardo, 12280
Greens East Road. Speakers begin their presentations at 8 a.m. An
optional breakfast is available for $14.50.

RANCHO PENASQUITOS -- Cubmasters Kevin LaRue and Dave England
will speak at a meeting of the San Diego North Rotary Club at 7
a.m. Nov. 15 at the Doubletree Golf Resort.

LaRue leads Cub Scout Pack 621 in the Rancho Penasquitos area
and England heads up Pack 615 in the Scripps Ranch area. The Rotary
Club is the chartering organization for the two packs, as well as a
third local Boy Scout troop.

POWAY -- Parent Advocates Seeking Solutions, a support group for
parents of children ages 15 and older who have developmental
disabilities, will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. Nov. 15 at St. Bartholomew
Episcopal Church, 16275 Pomerado Road. The topic will be housing
opportunities. Information: (858) 748-2594.

Suzie Berner will present "Make Your Memories Last," teaching
the basics of album making. Attendees are asked to bring two to
three pictures that tell a story.

A brown-bag lunch will begin at 12:30 p.m.; coffee and desserts
will be provided. Shopping and the program will begin at 1 p.m.
Items for sale will include jewelry, hand-made crafts, knitted
items and baked goods.

Information: Jan, (858) 487-6942.

Women's foundation offers grants

SAN DIEGO -- The San Diego Women's Foundation is accepting
proposals for funding in the area of civil society; specifically
programs that support young people living in vulnerable
communities. With the release of its 2007-08 Grant Guidelines, SDWF
enters its eighth year of grant making.